Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Why Concert Tickets Are Becoming More Expensive
Concert tickets have become much more expensive recently.
This is happening because artists rely on concert money, putting on shows costs a lot, and the main ticket seller, Ticketmaster, charges extra fees.
Ticketmaster controls most ticket sales and faces blame for high prices.
Scalpers also drive up prices.
Some artists dislike these practices and try to fight back, others do not.
This situation has sparked debate and legal action.
Concert ticket prices have increased dramatically.
Ticketmaster faces scrutiny for its practices.
Critics accuse Ticketmaster of predatory pricing and hidden fees.
High ticket prices are due to artist revenue demands and production costs.
Some artists are pushing back against Ticketmaster.
- Who
- The article discusses ticket prices, Ticketmaster, artists, and other parties involved.
- What
- Concert ticket prices have risen significantly.
- When
- Ticket prices have risen sharply in recent years.
- Where
- Ticket price increases seen in the UK and US.
- Why
- Increased artist reliance on concert revenue, high production costs, and Ticketmaster's role.
Critics
Ticketmaster
Ticket Pricing Justification
Critics
Ticketmaster is blamed for high prices and exploitation of customers.
Ticketmaster
Live Nation's CEO claims that big concerts are still underpriced due to high demand.
Artist Response
Critics
Some artists are challenging Ticketmaster's practices.
Ticketmaster
Most artists are happy to let Ticketmaster take the blame for high prices.
- Arena gig ticket price increase since 2000
- More than doubled
- Oasis Wembley Stadium ticket price in 2009 (adjusted)
- £151
- Average UK ticket price for Taylor Swift's Eras tour
- £206
- Ticketmaster's share of major venue ticket sales in the US
- 75%
- Ticketmaster's share of major venue ticket sales in the UK
- 60%